Delving into the dichotomous trajectory of Indian women flexpatriates: using the lens of JD-R theory

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This paper studies the trajectory of Indian women flexpatriates using the lens of JD-R theory and finds that dual-role workload and emotional demands are unique job demands; opportunity of growth, social support and combination of work and leisure are unique job resources; and building up of self-esteem and self-efficacy is the unique personal resource. The study also highlights the role played by Indian family structure, and how IWFs utilize their assignments to seek me-time' and establish their identity.

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